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Lead Mechanical Engineer - Advanced Power

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Advanced Power

Black & Veatch is seeking a highly motivated person to function as a Lead Mechanical Engineer in the design of mechanical systems for Advanced Power projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to...

Work collaboratively with various design engineering execution teams across the US and abroad

Under general supervision, perform all aspects of mechanical system design engineering and analysis for assigned systems of responsibility.

Acquire knowledge of both Black & Veatch and industry standards and implement them in project development

Prepare moderately complex engineering deliverables, conduct research, and develop project design recommendations

The Mechanical Engineering Department is a group of 400 professionals located around the globe that deliver high quality, on time design and services projects in the areas of power, gas, fuels & chemicals, water and waste water, data centers, and mining including everything mechanically related to process and power. Black & Veatch's Power Providers focuses on the holistic demands for energy markets that include utilities, independent power producers and new non-traditional entrants adding to the much-needed supply of secure, clean power to our industries and communities. By joining our market sector, you will have the opportunity to put sustainable energy solutions into practice.

Experience in most of following areas:

Instrument and/or Service Air Systems

Demineralized (DM) water supply and make up systems

Service and potable water supply system

Natural, hydrogen, and nitrogen gas Supply System

Closed cycle cooling water system

High Pressure / Intermediate Pressure / Low / Auxiliary Steam system

Feedwater and condensate systems

CO2 Supply System

Calculations which include pipe sizing calculations, pipe thickness calculations, pump sizing calculation, control valve sizing calculations, heat exchanger sizing, atm. tank sizing etc.

P&ID development

Air, gas, water & steam systems, typical systems which we are looking to perform design & engineering work

Requires a bachelors degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing. Minimum of 5 years related work experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Professional Engineer (PE) or in active pursuit of such licensure.

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. The position may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, and the professional would ideally be able to maintain focus and attention to detail throughout the workday. The position may also require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing/walking for extended periods of time.

Additionally, this opportunity has the possibility of being located in any of our offices located across the U.S.

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Advanced Power

United States
Full time

Published on 09/02/2025

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